The Green Bay Tribes: Volunteer Service in the Civil War
The Green Bay Tribes In 1861 three American Indian nations had reservations located in northeastern Wisconsin and reported to the federal Indian Agent located in Green Bay. Because of this, they were often referred to as the Green Bay tribes. The Menominee, Oneida, and Stockbridge-Munsee Mohicans each had a unique
37th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment
Organization The 37th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment was organized at Camp Randall in Madison, Wisconsin. More than 40 members of the Menominee Nation volunteered for service in Company K, 37th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment in 1864. Active Duty On April 28, six companies left the state, with two more following a few days later. They